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Session Two:  Power of Influence

Doors open at 9am- session starts at 9:30

Leadership is a gift.  Learn how to lead by developing the brilliance of those that surround you. Ignite others drive to meet the goals and coach them to their success.   
 

Speaker: Ryan Walter, NHL Legend & Coach
 

Ryan Walter  played and coached  17 seasons and over 1100 games in the National Hockey League. Drafted second overall by the Washington Capitals in 1978, Ryan was named the youngest NHL captain in his second of 4 seasons, went on to play 9 seasons with the Montreal Canadiens, winning a Stanley Cup in 1986, and finally returned to his home town to play his last 2 years for the Vancouver Canucks. He was named Team Canada Captain in the World Junior Tournament, was selected to play in the NHL All-Star game in 1983 and for Team Canada in 4 World Championships, became a Vice-President of the National Hockey League Players Association, and was honoured as NHL Man of the Year in 1992.

Ryan has a Master of Arts Degree in Leadership/Business and is President and CEO of the American Hockey League's Abbotsford Heat. He is the author of 5 books, including the newly released, Hungry! Fuelling Your Best Game, as well as Off the Bench and Into the Game,  Simply the Best: Insights and Strategies from Great Hockey Coaches, Simply the Best: Players on Performance, and Hockey Plays and Strategies . He is also the creator of the board game Trade Deadline Hockey, and  is a regular contributor to both online and print magazines, newspapers, radio and television. 

Workshop: The Leader Within Sponsored by 

The manner in which I conduct myself has an impact on how others feel about themselves. - Christine McLeod

When you think about your life, who are those people who have had the most positive IMPACT on you? Maybe it's your grade 2 teacher, a grandparent, a sports coach, a boss, a colleague. Examine the definitions of Leadership and learn three skills you can start using right away to have that kind of impact on those around you. Leadership is not about the title on your business card, it's about the manner in which you show up… At work, at home and at play. 

Families, organizations, businesses, governments and associations that develop leadership at all levels have greater degree of engagement within them… And yield better results. Join Christine for a workshop that will help you think and act differently when it comes to the leadership… Within you.  

Christine McLeod, CHRP
Founder, Impact People Practices
Christine has over 15 years executive operational and HR experience in the Resort and Hospitality sectors of BC. As the youngest manager ever at Intrawest, Christine managed a $4 million retail store with over 60 employees at 22 years old. She became the Director of Training for Intrawest’s $100 million retail Division at 26 and hasn’t stopped since. After six Hotel Openings with Boutique Hotels in less than two years, Christine founded Impact People Practices, an innovative consulting firm in Squamish BC. Christine helps organizations create incredible levels of engagement through strong leadership, branding and HR practices. She has recently launched a series of exclusive Social Media and HR conferences IMPACT99.